Repacker

Americold; Chillicothe, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a dependable Repacker to manually pack products into cartons, repackage damaged items, and prepare shipments in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

You will follow safety guidelines, maintain a clean workspace, and collaborate with teammates to ensure accurate order fulfillment and proper labeling for shipping. Ability to perform basic arithmetic and attention to detail are important for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic arithmetic and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manually pack products into cartons and assemble merchandise for shipping.
• Check products for accuracy and damage and label/palletize cartons.
• Follow safety rules and OSHA standards; maintain a clean work area.
• Participate in physical inventories as needed.
• Maintain an orderly work environment.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Box cutters

Shrink film wrappers

Job description

Primary Responsibility

Under general supervision, the Repacker will manually pack single products into multiple pack cartons for retail sale, repackage products from damaged containers into new cartons, check products for damage, and label and palletize cartons in preparation for shipping.

What You’ll Do

• Manually pack single products into multiple pack cartons, efficiently stack and store merchandise in the appropriate area, pick orders for shipment, assemble various types of merchandise to be shipped, and perform labeling, sorting, and wrapping.
• Check or count product for accuracy and/or damage and infestation.
• Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety, in compliance with OSHA Standards.
• Participate in physical inventories, as needed.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.

What Experience and Education You Need

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

What Could Set You Apart

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division,
• Ability to pay close attention to details, meet deadlines, and read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to communicate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Experience using box cutters and automatic shrink film wrappers safely and efficiently.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them, including but not limited ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, twist, push, pull, grip, reach, or lift hands and arms above the head. Employees are occasionally required to use distance vision, stand, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate:

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of -15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
• Requires repetitive motions with many job functions over the course of the shift.
• Requires standing in one place for up to 2 hours at a time, over the period of an 8-10-12 hour shift.
• Must be able to transfer and lift boxes of up to 70 lbs. and lift or carry products a minimum distance of 6 ft. without mechanical assistance.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V.